Make UK Manufacturing Dinner & Expo 2026

Join us, as we bring together our Manufacturing Community for the Make UK Manufacturing Dinner & Expo 2026.

On the evening of Wednesday, 24th of June, you are invited to attend the Make UK Manufacturing Dinner. This event brings together the vibrant manufacturing community to explore the future of the industry.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, share experiences, and gain valuable insights that will help shape the future of manufacturing. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Outline 24th of June Manufacturing Dinner

18:00pm | Drinks Reception sponsored by Horizon Works

18:40pm | Seated for Dinner

18:55pm | Welcome by Make UK

19:05pm | Sponsor address

19:15pm | Dinner Served

20:45pm | Panel Discussion

21:30pm | Close and Networking

Dress code: Relaxed Business Attire

Outline 25th June Manufacturing Expo

On Thursday, 25th of June, we're excited to bring you a day filled with groundbreaking insights and transformative discussions.

08:15am | Registration and Networking

09:00am | Welcome: Stephen Phipson CBE, Chief Executive Officer, Make UK

09:15am | Keynote Speaker: Bart van Ark - Managing Director, The Productivity Institute & Professor of Productivity Studies, Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester.

09:30am | Session 1: Driving Innovation & Productivity sponsored by ECI

• Derek Bulmer - Chief Financial Officer - GeoPura
• Dave Haslehurst - Managing Director - LBBC
• Professor Chris White - Chief Advisor - MTC
• Laura McBrown - Managing Director - G&B Electronic Designs Limited

• additional speakers tbc

11:00am | Coffee Break and Networking in Exhibitor Area sponsored by Epicor

11:30pm | Session 2: Building Supply Chain Resilience sponsored by Inspired

• Nicola Phillips - Supply Chain Management Director - Siemens
• Tudor Williams - Chief Technology Officer - Filtronic
• Ros Fomin - Sales Engineer - MSE Hiller Ltd
• additional speakers tbc

13:00pm | Lunch Break and Networking in Exhibitor Area sponsored by Epicor

14:00pm | Keynote Speaker: Brian Holliday - Managing Director, Siemens plc, Digital Industries

14:15pm | Session 3: AI, Automation and the Future of Digital Transformation sponsored by Epicor

• Adam Leggett - Managing Director - Dyer
• Matt Lambert - Senior Process & Sustainability Engineer - AW Hainsworth and Sons Ltd
• Tom Broadbent - Head of Digital Transformation - AESSEAL plc
• additional speakers tbc

15:45pm | Closing Remarks

16:00pm | Networking

16:30pm | Event Close

Thanks to our lanyard sponsor Durham University!

Dress code: Relaxed Business Attire

Get ready for an inspiring day of learning, networking and innovation. Let's shape the future of manufacturing together!

This event presents an outstanding opportunity for manufacturers to:

• Network with industry peers.

• Forge new business contacts.

• Exchange ideas and best practices.

• Exhibit your capabilities.

Exhibition & Sponsorship Opportunities

• Showcase your company’s capabilities and products.

• Build brand awareness through exhibition and sponsorship.

• For more details, contact [email protected].